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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Serdika | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 5:44 PM CET.
Get from Saint-Étienne to Sofia
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours, and with fares starting at just $179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Saint-Étienne and Sofia?
Stops in Saint-Étienne
- A
Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
24 rue Constant Milleret, 42000 Saint-Etienne, France - B
Saint Etienne - Arrêt de Autobus
2 Espl. de France, 42000 Saint-Étienne, France - C
Saint Etienne
Boulevard des Mineurs, 42100 Saint-Étienne, France - D
Saint-Etienne (Parking Abribus)
4 Rue Constant Milleret, 42000 Saint-Étienne, France
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Ebulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Saint-Étienne to Sofia by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Sofia start from $179. The average price for this route is around $195. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Saint-Étienne to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Saint-Étienne to Sofia is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1538 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Saint-Étienne to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Saint-Étienne to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Saint-Étienne to Sofia at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Sofia?
A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Sofia generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Saint-Étienne to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint-Étienne to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Saint-Étienne to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Saint-Étienne to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Saint-Étienne to Sofia was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $165To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $165 to $263 for a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $165 which is on 2025-12-04.
